Join Us – July 5: Screening of Cohodes Family Historic 1966 Bexley 4th of July Parade short film at the Bexley Historical Society Cottage Museum!
Something special is happening and I want to tell you all about it. On July 5th between 1pm to 3pm there will be free showings of The Cohodes Family Historic 1966 Bexley 4th of July Parade Short Film. The free showings will be on a Huge LED XL screen in
Join Us – July 8: Reading of the Declaration of Independence
A simultaneous reading of the Declaration of Independence will take place across all 50 states, 5 territories and the District of Columbia – spanning 10 different time zones. Join the Bexley Historical Society on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, as we participate in this historic event and read the Declaration of
In Honor of Edie Mae Herrel
The Trustees of the Bexley Historical Society mourn the passing on May 31, 2026, of our founder and devoted friend, Edith (Edie) Mae Herrel. Edie’s life-long interest in history, and especially that of Bexley, was sparked at an early age by her father, T. Kline Hamilton, and then by her husband,
The Magnificent Architecture of Bexley
If you missed the live program, presented by our own Larry Helman, at the Bexley Public Library, don’t worry, you can still catch this fantastic presentation here: The Magnificent Architecture of Bexley
Haunted Bexley Bus Tour – October 29, 2025 / 7pm >> All Seats Sold! Thank you!
Join us on a spooky tour to view the spectacular Bexley Halloween decorations! Hear spooky Bexley stories! See Bexley’s “haunted” spots! To be followed by “treats” back at the Jeffrey Mansion Shelter House, next to The Bexley Historical Society Cottage Museum. Our own Ann Russell will be guiding us through
Another great evening of Bexley Stories to celebrate Bexley Day!
Thanks to everyone who joined us at the Bexley Day presentation of “Ten Stories to Tell Your Grandchildren”! As always, Larry regaled us with wonderful stories from Bexley’s past. For those who were unable to attend, the event can be viewed on YouTube at: Celebrate Bexley Day – Ten Stories
A HUGE Thank You to our 2024 Members!
We would be unable to pursue the mission of The Bexley Historical Society without support from our members. Thank you for your continuing support! Click here to view our 2024 Members and Supporters: THANK YOU! To join this list of wonderful people, organizations and companies, click here: JOIN!
… Help us remember
Do you remember the Van Ramsey and/or Joyce Photo Studios, the Feed Bag Restaurant, Don’s Drive-In, the Steelman’s Bicycle Shop or Seckel’s Variety Store? What about some of the area’s swimming pools, such as the Bath Club, Nu Sanitary, Tavernel, and the Excelsior Club? Preserving the story of your family,
In honor of Mayor David Madison
All of us at the Bexley Historical Society mourn the loss of our devoted friend and trustee, David Madison. David was committed to service and community throughout his life, serving as a member of Bexley City Council, as a trustee with the Bexley Historical Society, and as Bexley’s Mayor for 32 years.
THANK YOU TO ALL THOSE WHO JOINED AT THE LIFETIME MEMBERSHIP LEVEL!
We heartily thank the 25 individuals who joined at the $300 Lifetime Member level. All of the Bexley Historical Portraits of Memories have been distributed. While the Lifetime Member level remains available, we no longer have the book available. If you have an interest in the book, please let us